Vanessa White, the celebrated singer from the chart-topping girl group The Saturdays, has joyfully welcomed her first child into the world. The 35-year-old star gave birth to a baby boy with her husband, DJ and model Emmanuel Lawal, marking a beautiful new chapter in their lives. This delightful news comes just weeks after the couple officially tied the knot in a private ceremony, blending their recent marriage with the arrival of their newborn son.
A Sweet Announcement on Social Media
Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, Vanessa shared the heartwarming news with her followers, posting adorable snaps of her newborn. She lovingly revealed his name in the caption, writing: 'Our darling boy, Sage Remi-Bisaya Lawal.' The announcement was met with an outpouring of congratulations from fans and famous friends alike, highlighting the widespread joy for the new parents.
A Whirlwind of Love and Milestones
The couple's journey to this moment has been a rapid and romantic one. In November, Vanessa made a dual announcement, revealing both her engagement to Emmanuel and her pregnancy in a single social media post. Emmanuel had proposed during a cosy weekend getaway in the Cotswolds, and the pair wasted no time in planning their future together. Vanessa showcased her growing baby bump and a stunning diamond ring in that initial post, captioning it with a clever nod to their initials: 'There's a V and E in love.'
Their wedding followed swiftly in December at Hackney Town Hall, where they exchanged vows in an intimate setting with just two witnesses, one of whom was their photographer. Reflecting on the day, Vanessa told British Vogue, 'It was so nice. I really do recommend people just going off and doing it on their own.' Emmanuel added that with Vanessa's pregnancy and the hectic holiday season, they decided to act quickly to make their union official, saying, 'Then we realised if we didn't sort something soon, it wasn't going to happen.'
Celebrity Well-Wishes and Future Plans
Vanessa's pregnancy and engagement news sparked a flood of supportive comments from her celebrity circle. Her The Saturdays bandmates, Una Healy and Rochelle Humes, sent their congratulations, along with messages from stars like Laura Whitmore, Ashley Roberts of the Pussycat Dolls, and members of the Sugababes. This show of support underscores the tight-knit nature of the entertainment community.
Looking ahead, the couple has grand plans for a larger celebration. They are preparing for a big wedding party in Mallorca next summer, which Vanessa expressed excitement about, particularly because their son Sage will be able to attend as their pageboy. 'Knowing that he will be there is the nicest thing,' she shared, emphasising the family-oriented nature of their upcoming festivities.
Romantic Details and Personal Touches
The couple's romance, which began during lockdown, has seen its share of ups and downs, including a year-long break-up in 2023, but they have since rekindled their love and taken the plunge into marriage and parenthood. Emmanuel's proposal was a surprise set-up in their garden, complete with candles and non-alcoholic sparkling wine, while Vanessa was in a dressing gown after a massage.
For their Hackney Town Hall wedding, Vanessa faced the challenge of finding a bridal dress that suited her changing figure, ultimately choosing a gown that felt perfect in the moment. She accessorised with a vintage-inspired hairband from Jennifer Behr and wore Christian Louboutins, carrying a bouquet of calla lilies. After the ceremony, they changed into elegant attire for a private dinner at Alex Dilling at the Hotel Café Royal, where the chef closed the restaurant exclusively for them. The celebration included a 'gorgeous fig cake' as their wedding cake and ended with a chauffeur-driven Bentley ride home at 11pm, capping off a stylish and memorable day.
With the birth of Sage Remi-Bisaya Lawal, Vanessa White and Emmanuel Lawal have embarked on an exciting new journey as a family, blending their artistic careers with the joys of parenthood and marital bliss.
